CALL FOR APPLICATION : Project Officer - Good Neighbors Cameroon (GNCMR)

Project :    MENSTRUAL HEALTH AND HYGIENE PROJECT
Position :    Project Officer
Number :    01
Location :    Maroua Office
Start date :     15th of November 2024.

BACKGROUND OF GOOD NEIGHBORS AND THE PROJECT

About Good Neighbors:
Good Neighbors Cameroon (GNCMR) is an international non-governmental organization with its head office in Yaoundé and field Offices in Maroua and Mbalmayo. GNCMR's work is focused on community development, implementing projects in the sectors of Health, Gender, Protection, livelihood (Income Generation Activities), food security, education, Water and sanitation hygiene, and environment. Good Neighbors Cameroon works with different international partners such as the United Nations and INGOs to seek sustainable solutions to development and humanitarian challenges. The organization also targets different international donors for funding opportunities
Health is a key intervention sector of Good Neighbors because good health care is a prerequisite for staying alive. In vulnerable communities where basic health care is a serious issue, women are more affected as compared to men. This is particularly in relation to female related realities such as child birth and menstrual hygiene which are strongly related to women’s health. Good Neighbors therefore places a particular attention on gender aspect in basic health care with a strong consideration on the health situation of women.
PROJECT BACKGROUND
Menstrual hygiene management is a crucial aspect of women's health that is often overlooked and stigmatized. Proper management of menstrual hygiene can prevent infections, reduce reproductive health issues, increase confidence and self-esteem and improve access to education. According to the government of Cameroon, 70% of menstruating women and girls lack access to regular basic sanitation products.
This is even worse in vulnerable communities. In Mehe village of the Far North Region of Cameroon, less than 3% of women and young girls have access to regular basic menstrual sanitary products. Menstrual education is still at its lowest and a taboo topic.  
This call for application for a Gender/Public health professional is to support the implementation of the Project Titled: “Improving menstrual health education among women and young girls of Mehe, Mayo Sava Division, Far North Region of Cameroon”
PROJECT INTERVENTION
The purpose of this project is to improve menstrual health and hygiene for women and girls in the village of Méhé, Township of Meme in Mayo-Sava Division, Far North Region of Cameroon, so they can participate fully in educational, cultural and civic activities in their community with dignity, thereby improving their well-being and that of their families.
The ultimate outcome—to improve menstrual health and hygiene—contributes to reduced gender inequalities that arise due to misinformation and stigma and inadequate facilities and supplies

Therefore, Good Neighbors Cameroon would like to hire staff who will work in the above intervention in the positions of:
Position: Project Officer who has a strong background in sexual reproductive health, project management
Place of Work: Maroua
Project Area: Mehe, Mayo Sava Division, Far North Region of Cameroon.


Key Responsibilities
    To support the Programme Officer in undertaking detailed project needs assessment and baseline assessment to understand core issues relating to Menstrual Hygiene Management
    To develop a comprehensive strategy for implementation of Project Implementation Plan. Collaborate with all relevant stakeholders (including local community members, MINPROFF, District health office, Mehe health center etc.) for effective implementation of the project as per the design.
    To innovate and strengthen specific Social Behavioral Change Communication (SBCC) strategy in Mehe as regards Menstrual Hygiene and enhance tools for it.
    To develop appropriate institutional structure of women groups/adolescent girls through the training of trainer’s approach to ensure sustainability of the project.
    To prepare training modules and tools appropriate to specific region of Mehe and Deliver menstrual health and sexual reproductive health training for beneficiaries
    Support the Programme Officer to prepare and conduct midline and end line study to assess key needs, awareness and understanding levels of beneficiaries and measure impact. This includes timely collection of quantitative and qualitative data with a sample of participants to measure effectiveness of sessions
    Build and manage the relationship with local and government stakeholders concerned with the project such as District health office of Mora, Delegations of MINEE, MINPROFF and MINTP.
    Ensure the documentation of all activities with pictures, videos and case stories at the Field level and participate in writing of reports on the progress of activities for which s/he is responsible
    Ensure collection and safe archiving of all project’s related documents such as reports, receipts and contracts.
    Present to the population and local authorities the nature of the field operations and create awareness about the project activities
    Ensure project compliance with Good Neighbors policies and donor requirements
Requirements
    At least a bachelor's degree in public health, Humanitarian and development studies or any other valid field of studies related to menstrual health and hygiene.
    At least two years’ experience in Gender and health related projects such as sexual reproductive health, Menstrual Hygiene Management etc.
    Strong understanding of menstrual health, gender and SRH issues
    Experience in designing and delivering education programs for women
    Excellent project management, communication and interpersonal skills
    Fluency in French and English
    Ability to speak Fulfulde is an added advantage
    Ability to work in a team
    Experience working in an International NGO

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills
    Positive Attitude, flexibility and demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and diverse work environment,
    Excellent inter-personal and organizational skills
    Strong time management and prioritization skills; ability to work collegially under deadline pressures
    Ability to learn quickly, demonstrate critical thinking and make situation- appropriate decisions using sound judgment
    Excellent oral and written communication skills
    Effective interpersonal, motivational and influencing skills
    Ability to respond appropriately in unplanned and unforeseen circumstances
    Strong presentation skills with mastery of Power point, Excel, MS word.

HOW TO APPLY AND DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
    HOW TO APPLY
Submit your CV, cover letter, copy of the required diploma, any other relevant work certificates and documents by email only to recruiting.gncmr@gmail.com

DEADLINE: 20th of October 2024

Good Neighbors Cameroon has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to Good Neighbors standards of conduct. Good Neighbors will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.

•    FEMALE APPLICATIONS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED, GIVEN THE CONTEXT AND THE ACTIVITIES OF THE PROJECT.

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.